Meditation as Taught by the Masters in the Himalayan Tradition.

Transform yourself with mindfulness in living, harmony in relationships, and balance in life through simple meditation techniques. You will learn relaxation, meditative posture, breathing and how to establish a meditation practice. Each session includes guided meditation.

Meditation Level I class is recommended for those who are new to meditation, or those who wish to learn meditation systematically.

Meditation Level II class is recommended for those who have already taken the Meditation I class and have been meditating regularly. The Level II class teaches next level pranayama (breathing) practices, as well as intermediate level meditation practices to deepen one's meditative state.

It is suggested that students wear comfortable, light, and loose fitting clothing to the meditation class. Those who wish to use their own meditation cushion are encouraged to bring it with them.

Military member discount is available to military and veteran ID holders only. Use coupon code "MEDITATION4MILITARY" during registration payment process for FREE registration (web registration is required). Please bring your current military ID on the first day of the class. For more details please click here.

Benefits of Meditation include:

Reduced:

stress (physiological response to stressful events)

anxiety level

negative emotions such as anger and frustration.

Slowing down of heart and respiratory rates

Reduction in and slowing down of random thoughts

Expanded self-awareness

Improved:

body awareness

body alignment

concentration and productivity

memory

clarity of purpose

Increased:

mindfulness

sense of peacefulness

joyfulness and mental cheer

compassion toward others

lymphatic movement, therby improving immunity

energy

Spiritual growth

Eliminates toxins from organs

Moves fluids through joints increasing their flexibility<

Calms the nervous system

There is growing evidence that meditation causes reconstruction and rejuvenation of neurons in brain as well as the buildup of protective tissue (called telomeres) which binds and protects the ends of DNA structures, thereby reducing the effects of aging.

Cautions

Please DO NOT adjust or stop your medications upon undertaking meditation without consulting your physician. You should first systematically establish a consistent practice of meditation, and wait for the symptoms to improve before seeking treatment adjustments.